In Routine Move, Ethics Wont Take Up Gutierrez Arrest

The House Ethics Committee announced Friday that it will not pursue an investigation against Rep. Luis Gutierrez for his recent arrest protesting in front of the White House.

U.S. Park Police officers arrested the Illinois Democrat, along with 10 other protesters, on July 26 when he failed to comply with warnings to remain in motion at a White House protest.

“The Committee considered the scope and nature of the conduct of Representative Gutierrez and determined that review by an investigative subcommittee is not required in this matter,” according to a committee release. “Representative Gutierrez paid a $100 fine and was released following his arrest. The local proceedings related to Representative Gutierrez’ arrest are now resolved.”

Gutierrez and others want President Barack Obama to use his executive authority to stop the deportation of illegal immigrants, particularly those who could be affected by the DREAM Act, which would grant legal status to some undocumented immigrants who entered the United States as children and who attend college or serve in the military.

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March 13, 2015

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Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., right, hugs Harold Schaitberger, General President of the International Association of Fire Fighters, after the Congressman spoke at the IAFF's Legislative Conference General Session at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, March 9, 2015. The day featured addresses by members of Congress and Vice President Joe Biden.